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Ingredients 1 can (27 ounces) whole green chiles, drained and seeded 6 garlic cloves (do not peel) 4 tomatillos, husked 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 small white onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 teaspoons dried Mexican oregano 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin Coarse salt Preparation Puree chiles in a blender, adding a little water if the puree seems dry. Cook garlic and tomatillos in a dry large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until golden brown and softened, about 8 minutes....

Ingredients 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed 1/2 teaspoon herbes de Provence 3 medium beets, sliced into rounds Preparation 1.In a medium bowl, mix balsamic vinegar, rosemary, garlic, and herbes de Provence. Place beets in the mixture, and marinate at least 20 minutes. 2.Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil grate. 3.Place the beets and marinade mixture on a piece of foil large enough to wrap all ingredients, and seal tightly....

Ingredients 2 LBS Halibut steaks or fillets 1 Cup Fresh Grapefuit Juice 1 TSP Dijon mustard 2 TBS Chopped fresh mint 1 TBS Chopped fresh chives SALSA 2 Oranges, peeled,diced & sectioned, 1 Grapefruit peeled,diced,& sectioned, 1 Red Onion Small finely chopped 1 TBS Mint Chopped fresh 1/2 TSP Red Pepper Flakes crushes Preparation Rinse fish under cold water, pat dry. Throughly combine next 4 inged. to make marinade. Marinate fish in non-alumnium dish for 2-8 hrs....

Ingredients 1 package (3 1/2 ounces) achiote paste 3 canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, plus 1/4 cup sauce 1/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for grill 1 1/2 pounds pork shoulder, sliced 1/4 inch thick 1 medium red onion, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds Coarse salt 1/4 medium pineapple (about 6 ounces), peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds 24 corn tortillas, warmed Smoky Chipotle Salsa Preparation In a blender, combine achiote, chiles and sauce, 1/4 cup oil, and 3/4 cup water; blend until smooth, about 5 seconds....

Ingredients 2 lbs. wild-caught American shrimp - 26-30 size (large) - peeled, deveined, rinsed & patted dry. For the marinade: 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil fresh herbs: lemon thyme, oregano, Italian parsley - 2 T. of each; chopped. 2 t. paprika 2 t. kosher salt 1 t. freshly ground black pepper juice of 1 lime (added only the last minute before grilling) For the cocktail sauce: 1 cup ketchup...

Ingredients 2 large red peppers 2 large squid, cleaned For the dressing: the juice of 2 limes 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 tbsp dark soy sauce 2 hot red chillies a small bunch of coriander (about 10 stems) a handful of mint leaves Preparation Wipe the peppers, put them in a roasting tin and bake at 200C/gas mark 6 till the skins are black and lightly blistered - about 35-40 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup no-salt-added tomato sauce 1/4 cup strongly brewed decaffeinated coffee 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon sugar-free pancake syrup 1 (1 1/2-pound) sirloin steak, about 1 1/2 inches thick 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, combine tomato sauce, coffee, Worcestershire sauce, and syrup. Bring to a simmer and remove from the heat. Transfer 2/3 cup of the sauce to a small bowl and reserve for dipping....

Ingredients 2 avocados 2 Tbsp finely chopped onion 1 Tbsp finely chopped garlic 1 finely chopped tomato or 2 chopped canned tomatoes Juice of 1 lemo dash of garlic salt dash of green tabasco sauce Preparation Combine all ingredients. Mix very well and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

Ingredients 2 cups of flour 2tsp baking powder 3/4tsp salt 1\2 tsp baking soda 1\2 each of cinnamon,nutmeg and allspice 1\4 tsp ground ginger grated peel of 1 orange 1 egg 1\2 tsp vanilla 1\4 cup veg. oil 1\2 cup orange juice \2 cup canned pumpkin 1\3 cup milk 2\3 cup brown sugar 1\3 cup raisins 1\3 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly oil a 9 by 5 loaf pan....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/4 cup roughly chopped cilantro leaves, plus whole leaves for serving 1/3 cup safflower or other neutral-flavored oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2 cups shredded red cabbage 4 small boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1 1/2 pounds) 2 cans (15 ounces each) black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed...

Ingredients one unopened 600ml carton of buttermilk (tetra-pak) Preparation Place the whole, unopened carton of buttermilk in a large, deep saucepan and fill the saucepan with water. Bring the water to the boil, and boil gently for 30 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and move it to a quiet, undisturbed corner of the kitchen. Put a lid on it and leave it for 12-18 hours. Carefully remove the carton from the water, open it and pour the contents through a colander....

Ingredients 2 cans ( 15 +- ounce) red kidneys beans, rinsed and drained 1 can Rotel chopped tomatoes & green chiles 2 cups quick cook brown rice 1 pound ground round 1 medium chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper 2 cloves minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon each of salt & black pepper 1/2 cup beef broth Preparation Brown the ground round along with chopped onion, chopped pepper and minced garlic over medium-low heat, till ground round is cooked through....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thighs or a combination 2 Tbs. lemon juice 2 Tbs. sesame seeds 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 green onions, including tender green portions, minced, plus 3 green onions, white portions only, cut into fine slivers 1/4 cup light soy sauce 1/4 cup dark soy sauce 2 Tbs. sugar 1 1/2 Tbs. Asian sesame oil 2 tsp. peeled and minced fresh ginger 1/2 tsp....

Ingredients 4 frozen soft white dinner rolls (from 12.4- or 37.2-oz bag) 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/4 teaspoon curry powder 2 lettuce leaves, halved Preparation Heat gas or charcoal grill. Cut 4 (16x12-inch) sheet of heavy-duty foil. Wrap rolls in foil. Sprinkle both sides of chicken breasts with salt and lemon-pepper seasoning. Carefully oil grill rack....

Ingredients Ingredients: 1 Joe Jurgielewicz Duck Breast American, Provolone, or cheese of choice Roll Rub Ingredients: 1 Tbs. Kosher Salt 1/4 tsp. Black Peppers 1/2 tsp. Red Pepper Flare 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder Sautee Ingredients: 1/4 stick Butter 1/2 cup Onions 1/2 cup Red Pepper 1/2 cup Mushrooms 1/4 tsp. Sage Preparation Trim excess fat from around duck breast. Score skin side without cutting into meat (This will help retain succulence and allow the fat to cook off)....

Ingredients 2 whole duck breasts, skin on 1 lb strawberries, hulled, cut in half if large 1/2 lb rhubarb, peeled if stringy, cut into 1-inch lengths 1 TBS orange zest Juice of one orange, 1/3 to 1/2 cup 2 TBS sugar Salt and pepper Maldon salt for finishing Preparation Preheat oven to 400 degrees Toss strawberries and rhubarb with sugar, zest, orange juice, pinch of salt and place on rimmed baking sheet....

Ingredients Grilled Glazed Salmon: 1/4 cup plus 2 table spoons Dijon mustard. 1/4 cup prepared horseradish, drained 2 tablespoons honey Four 6-ounce skinless salmon fillets Vegetable oil, for rubbing Salt and freshly ground black pepper Sandwiches: Grilled Glazed Salmon (above) 4 Kaiser rolls-split, toasted and buttered 4 red lettuce leaves 8 thick bacon slices, cooked until crisp 1/2 Granny Smith apply, cut into 12 thin slices Preparation Grilled Glazed Salmon: Light a grill....

Ingredients 2 1/2 pounds small new potatoes Coarse salt 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 8 shallots, halved 12 sprigs oregano Freshly ground pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan, and fill with enough cold water to cover them by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, and add salt. Reduce heat; simmer until potatoes are slightly tender when pierced with a fork (but not cooked through), about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste 1 large red onion, thickly sliced into rounds 1 (1-pound) eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices 2 medium zucchini or yellow squash, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 6 pieces 1 small shallot, finely chopped 1/2 cup orange juice 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar...

Ingredients 1 4 lb. halibut filet For the Tomatoes: 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 6 medium cloves garlic, minced 2 28-ounce cans premium tomatoes 8 ounces Kalamata olives, halved 3 tablespoons basil leaf, chopped 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Preparation Coat halibut filet with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast in a 350ºF oven for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 135ºF....